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The Desk21:00 bulletinElection Committee Head Rules Netanyahu's Video Constitutes Illegal Campaigning1:29

Security · 14 outlets · 36m ago

Shin Bet Chief Warns of Terrorist Infrastructure in Negev

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New Details Emerge on Attempted Assassination of Crime Figure Itzik Bar Mocha in Jerusalem

12 sources · 1h ago5

Politics

EU Lawmaker Rima Hassan Criticized for Removing Israeli Flag at Oct. 7 Memorial

19 sources · 1h ago

Security

Nearly 1,240 Crew Members From Hostile Nations Entered Israel This Year

22 sources · 1h ago

Security

Israel Maintains Lone Wolf Theory on Flydubai Hijacking Attempt, Dismissing Iran Link

4 sources · 27m ago

Across the Israeli press

how each group of the press covered the same events

Politics · 18 sources · 2h ago

Israel's Security Chiefs Confer on Election Security Preparations

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Politics · 7 sources · 1h ago

Likud Deal with Expat Voting Groups Approved by Election Official

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Security · 27 sources · 4h ago

Israel Warns of Heightened Terror Threat on October 7 Anniversary

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Security · 13 sources · 2h ago

UEFA Investigates Israeli Player for Alleged Spitting Incident Against Ireland Official

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Economy · 10 sources · 3h ago

Rami Levy Retail Chain Faces Major Lawsuit Over Employee Deductions

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IDF Blamed by Police After Draft Dodger Raid Descends into Chaos

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Israel Warns of Heightened Terror Threat on October 7 Anniversary

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Developing

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Economy · 8 sources · 1h ago

Israel's Competition Authority Approves Major Gas Deal After Initial Cancellation

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Politics · 4 sources · 55m ago

Israel Approves New Power Plant in Ashdod Despite Environmental Concerns

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Ongoing stories

events that did not end yesterday

Day 10 · 37 updates

Hasidic Rebbes Lead Holiday Celebrations Across Israel

Orthodox Communities Celebrate Sukkot and Simchat Torah with Joyful Gatherings

12 minutes ago

Day 7 · 19 updates

State Comptroller Warns of Aviation Security Lapses Following Dubai Flight Incident

US Delegation to Visit Israel to Review Security for Visa-Free Travel

25 minutes ago

Day 21 · 5 updates

Likud Petitions Election Committee Against Plan to Fly Israelis Abroad to Vote

Likud Drops Lawsuit Against Group Helping Israelis Abroad Vote

39 minutes ago

Politics

IDF Headstones to Note Abduction of Fallen Soldiers

New legislation allows IDF headstones to note if a soldier was abducted before death, with the date, following approval by the Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee. The change was requested by families of soldiers killed in captivity. This comes as the Defense Ministry reported 1,318 security force members have died since October 7, 2023.

7 newsrooms2h ago

Hostage Survivor Claims Political Selection at Memorial Event
JDN21m ago
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Netanyahu Allies Attack Eisenkot Amid Media Avoidance
2 newsrooms50m ago
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Commentator Slams Eisenkot's Gaza Post-War Plan as 'Nonsense'
3 newsrooms35m ago
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Security

Arab Community Road Fatalities Surge in 2026, Or Yarok Reports

134 people from the Arab community have died in road accidents in 2026, up from 113 in the same period last year, according to the Or Yarok Association. These deaths constitute 39% of total road fatalities, disproportionate to the Arab population's 20% share. The association's CEO criticized the Ministry of Transport for failing to curb road deaths and called for a national plan.

5 newsrooms19m ago

Khamenei's Hebrew X Account Posts Propaganda Months After His Death
2 newsrooms20m ago
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Yaakov 'Yaki' Hetz, Six-Day War Hero and Defense Innovator, Dies at 80
4 newsrooms21m ago
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Satellite Images Show Renewed Activity at Iranian Nuclear Site Attacked by Israel
3 newsrooms18m ago
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Economy

Discount Bank to Absorb Mercantile Bank, Customers to See Gradual Changes

Discount Bank and Mercantile Bank have approved their merger, with Mercantile's brand and branches initially remaining unchanged. The integration will focus on unifying systems and operations, aiming to boost technology investment and customer offerings. CEOs stated that Mercantile customers will retain personal service while gaining access to Discount Bank's broader financial solutions.

6 newsrooms4h ago

Israel Canada's Brown Hotels Enters Italian Market With Milan Hotel Acquisition
3 newsrooms2h ago
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Urban Renewal Projects Face Growing Financial Risks Amid Rising Costs and Falling Prices
Bizportal2h ago
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Tax Authority Head Urges Lower Purchase Tax on Investment Apartments
Behadrei Haredim3h ago
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World

Ofakim Neighborhood Still Haunted by October 7 Trauma Three Years Later

Mishor Hagefen in Ofakim is the only neighborhood not evacuated after October 7. Three years later, residents like Esther Gabay are still deeply affected by the trauma. Gabay describes a persistent smell of decay and smoke in her home, symbolizing the lingering impact of the disaster.

Haaretz English3h ago

Turkish Asylum Seeker in Israel Dreams of Lighting Independence Day Torch
Kan News1h ago
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Israeli Billboard Honors Indian Pilot Who Thwarted Hijacking Attempt
The Jerusalem Post2h ago
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Israir Cancels Dubai Rescue Flight Amid Approval Delays
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Tech

Ramat Gan Launches Israel's First AI City Initiative

Ramat Gan is launching Israel's first "AI City" initiative, introducing AI-powered voice assistants for its municipal hotline within weeks. The system aims to improve resident services and operational efficiency by handling inquiries and automating tasks. This digital transformation is part of Mayor Carmel Shama Hacohen's vision to position the city as an AI leader, with other projects including AI-driven parking permits and enhanced city surveillance.

Ice4h ago

Meta's Smart Glasses Launch in Israel Via Opticana
2 newsrooms5h ago
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Tinder Swindler Simon Leviev Plans New Dating App to Fight Scammers
2 newsrooms6h ago
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Israeli Startup QTREX Unveils Novel Solution to Quantum Processor Wiring Challenges
NEWSru Israel6h ago
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Culture

Actor Itay Turgeman Recounts Anxiety Attack After Reality Show

Actor Itay Turgeman is returning to television on "HaMitzbach HaMenatzeach VIP" after experiencing an anxiety attack and facing a negative public image due to his "Survivor VIP" participation. He felt the show's editing unfairly portrayed him as aggressive and arrogant. Turgeman also faced bankruptcy and closed his Tel Aviv restaurant during the COVID-19 pandemic. He hopes his new cooking show appearance will present a more positive image.

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Singer Keren Peles Reveals Sweet Addiction Amid Difficult Times
Israel Hayom40m ago
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Historic Rabbinical Court Session Held for 'Prison 1000' Initiative
Kikar HaShabbat42m ago
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Rock Camp Offers Trauma Survivors Musical Respite After October 7 Attacks
The Jerusalem Post43m ago
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Israeli and Hebrew news, translated to clear English — today's top stories

Shin Bet Chief Warns of Terrorist Infrastructure in Negev

IDF Blamed by Police After Draft Dodger Raid Descends into Chaos

Nova Festival Security Chief Sues Ex-Shin Bet Head for $670,000

UAE Cancels Israeli Rescue Flights From Dubai Amid Security Concerns

Netanyahu Told to Remove Election-Related Security Warning Video

New Details Emerge on Attempted Assassination of Crime Figure Itzik Bar Mocha in Jerusalem

EU Lawmaker Rima Hassan Criticized for Removing Israeli Flag at Oct. 7 Memorial

Nearly 1,240 Crew Members From Hostile Nations Entered Israel This Year

Israel Maintains Lone Wolf Theory on Flydubai Hijacking Attempt, Dismissing Iran Link

Across the Israeli press

Israel's Security Chiefs Confer on Election Security Preparations

Likud Deal with Expat Voting Groups Approved by Election Official

Israel Warns of Heightened Terror Threat on October 7 Anniversary

UEFA Investigates Israeli Player for Alleged Spitting Incident Against Ireland Official

Rami Levy Retail Chain Faces Major Lawsuit Over Employee Deductions

How the headlines differ

IDF Blamed by Police After Draft Dodger Raid Descends into Chaos

Israel Warns of Heightened Terror Threat on October 7 Anniversary

Developing

Israel's Competition Authority Approves Major Gas Deal After Initial Cancellation

Israel Approves New Power Plant in Ashdod Despite Environmental Concerns

Ongoing stories

Hasidic Rebbes Lead Holiday Celebrations Across Israel

State Comptroller Warns of Aviation Security Lapses Following Dubai Flight Incident

Likud Petitions Election Committee Against Plan to Fly Israelis Abroad to Vote

Politics

IDF Headstones to Note Abduction of Fallen Soldiers

Hostage Survivor Claims Political Selection at Memorial Event

Netanyahu Allies Attack Eisenkot Amid Media Avoidance

Commentator Slams Eisenkot's Gaza Post-War Plan as 'Nonsense'

Security

Arab Community Road Fatalities Surge in 2026, Or Yarok Reports

Khamenei's Hebrew X Account Posts Propaganda Months After His Death

Yaakov 'Yaki' Hetz, Six-Day War Hero and Defense Innovator, Dies at 80

Satellite Images Show Renewed Activity at Iranian Nuclear Site Attacked by Israel

Economy

Discount Bank to Absorb Mercantile Bank, Customers to See Gradual Changes

Israel Canada's Brown Hotels Enters Italian Market With Milan Hotel Acquisition

Urban Renewal Projects Face Growing Financial Risks Amid Rising Costs and Falling Prices

Tax Authority Head Urges Lower Purchase Tax on Investment Apartments

World

Ofakim Neighborhood Still Haunted by October 7 Trauma Three Years Later

Turkish Asylum Seeker in Israel Dreams of Lighting Independence Day Torch

Israeli Billboard Honors Indian Pilot Who Thwarted Hijacking Attempt

Israir Cancels Dubai Rescue Flight Amid Approval Delays

Tech

Ramat Gan Launches Israel's First AI City Initiative

Meta's Smart Glasses Launch in Israel Via Opticana

Tinder Swindler Simon Leviev Plans New Dating App to Fight Scammers

Israeli Startup QTREX Unveils Novel Solution to Quantum Processor Wiring Challenges

Culture

Actor Itay Turgeman Recounts Anxiety Attack After Reality Show

Singer Keren Peles Reveals Sweet Addiction Amid Difficult Times

Historic Rabbinical Court Session Held for 'Prison 1000' Initiative

Rock Camp Offers Trauma Survivors Musical Respite After October 7 Attacks